According to officials, search dogs alerted to a patch of disturbed soil. Within minutes, crews began carefully digging — and soon hit a wrapped object buried deep beneath the dirt. Witnesses on scene reported the entire rescue team going silent as the package was lifted out.

Police sources, speaking on condition of anonymity, described the discovery as “far more disturbing than anyone expected.” The item has been immediately sealed and transported to a forensic lab under armed escort, with authorities refusing to disclose its exact contents.

Neighbors who gathered at the scene said they saw officers visibly shaken. One volunteer recounted: “I’ve been on searches before, but I’ve never seen the police react like that. Whatever was in that ground… it was something none of us were prepared for.”

Emmanuel’s parents, who rushed to the scene upon hearing of the breakthrough, were reportedly inconsolable. His mother collapsed as officers carried the object away, while his father stood in silence, refusing to speak to reporters.

Authorities are expected to release an official statement within the next 24 hours. For now, the haunting question remains: What was hidden beneath that deserted lot — and how does it tie to Emmanuel’s disappearance?